Leadership

Ronnie Gathers, Director

Department of Parks and Recreation

The Department of Parks and Recreation is part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission and administers Prince George's County's public recreation program and park system. The Office of the Director prioritizes and directs the Department's work program and resources.

Darin Conforti, Deputy Director

Administration and Development

Administration and Development encompass the three major support divisions: Administrative Services, Park Planning and Development, and Information Technology and Communications. In addition, Administration and Development include the Department's human resources management.

Steven Carter, Director

Parks and Recreation Foundation

The Parks and Recreation Foundation will help position the M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation to use less of its overall operating budget for projects, services, and programs due to donations from individuals, corporations and businesses.

Anthony Nolan, Division Chief

Special Programs

Special Programs Division (SPD) provides child care, coordinates and implements countywide youth and senior programs, and provides therapeutic recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities while promoting and facilitating the development of leisure skills and socialization.

Tara Eggleston, Division Chief

Arts and Cultural Heritage

Arts and Cultural Heritage Division (ACHD) coordinates and manages three arts facilities, three designated art spaces/long-term lease facilities, four historic rental properties, the Prince George's Equestrian Center and Show Place Arena, community arts services, and other programs serving county artists and residents.

Kyle Lowe, Acting Division Chief

Natural and Historical Resources

Natural and Historical Resources Division (NHRD) is comprised of major nature facilities and programs, and also maintains natural area parks. In addition, the division operates and interprets significant historic sites and museums, and offers year-round programming.

Emily Rose, Division Chief

Sports, Health, and Wellness

Sports, Health & Wellness Division (SHWD) provides recreational sporting opportunities for people of all ages and skill levels. An array of competitive and non-competitive sports are offered through clinics, programs, leagues, tournaments and special events for youth and adults.

Alvin McNeal, Acting Division Chief

Park Planning and Development

Park Planning and Development Division (PPD)'s major functions are the preparation of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP), and the planning, design, engineering and construction management of those CIP projects. The division also performs regulatory functions of subdivision review, site plan review, and review of zoning applications.

Anita Pesses, Division Chief

Public Affairs and Marketing

Public Affairs and Marketing Division (PAMD)'s work program promotes and markets parks and recreation facilities, programs and services; encourages public participation and involvement; manages partnership and volunteer programs; informs Prince George's County residents and visitors about the Department of Parks and Recreation through various forms of communication.

Stanley Johnson, Division ChiefPark Police

The Park Police Division ensures the safety of park patrons and facilities 24 hours a day through crime prevention, apprehension, enforcement of criminal and motor vehicle laws, and enforcement of park rules and regulations.